Jam Tub - Hostility or Handshakes

New Single • Standalone (2025). Durham, England, UK.

Durham Indie-Punk Trio Capture Modern Division with Razor-Sharp Wit

Hailing from Durham, England, Jam Tub are an emerging indie-punk trio formed in 2023, comprising Michael Stott (vocals/guitar), Freddie Dobby (vocals/bass), and Fergus Hamill (drums). Combining punchy indie rock, post-punk urgency, noise-rock experimentation, and tongue-in-cheek lyricism, the band have quickly established themselves as one of the North East's most exciting DIY acts. "Hostility or Handshakes" arrives as the band's latest standalone single, building on the momentum of their NO SCRAP VALUE EP and reinforcing their reputation for sharp songwriting and explosive live performances.

Hostility or Handshakes: A Hook-Filled Anthem About Choosing Connection Over Conflict

"Hostility or Handshakes" pairs driving guitar riffs, infectious melodies, and relentless punk energy with lyrics that examine the everyday tension between confrontation and understanding. Packed with humour and youthful urgency, the song questions why modern interactions so often descend into conflict when simple human connection could achieve far more.

Balancing raw DIY intensity with memorable indie-rock hooks, Jam Tub deliver a performance that feels both immediate and effortlessly fun. The trio's chemistry and playful approach ensure that even the song's sharp observations are wrapped inside an irresistibly energetic alternative anthem.

Why It Matters: The UK's DIY Scene Continues to Produce Fearless Guitar Bands

Across Britain, independent guitar bands are proving that personality, humour, and authenticity remain just as important as polished production. Rather than chasing trends, groups like Jam Tub are building audiences through energetic live shows, clever songwriting, and a commitment to doing things on their own terms.

"Hostility or Handshakes" highlights why Jam Tub are becoming one of the North East's standout emerging bands. By blending indie-rock melodies with punk attitude and witty social observation, the Durham trio demonstrate that the UK's grassroots scene continues to be one of the most exciting places to discover the future of alternative guitar music.

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